- Very good protection against thermal gain and glare, with performance superior to internal window coverings. - The ability to retract shades completely when not required. - A wide variety of fabric colors, opennesses, and options to customize the aesthetics and performance of the shade. - Integration with intelligent controls makes it possible to create an active shading solution on sun-facing elevations. - Gravity drop roller shades, which resemble standard interior shades but feature specially designed operating mechanisms and fabrics.